Debra L. Hurtubise
Orlando,FL
Summary
Motivated LPN and Nationally Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach with success in improving the lives of veterans through Whole Health Coaching. Certified Mind-Body Medicine Mentor and Facilitator. Guides staff and veterans through holistic approaches. Passionate about improving patient's individual health through education. Offers guidance and support of lifestyle changes. Focused on maintaining confidentiality and privacy of information provided by patients. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in wholistic practices. Nursing 20+ years experience.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN, NBC-HWC
Orlando VA Healthcare System
04.2019 - Current
- V8 CMBM Mentor/Facilitator. Oversees new facilitators in training. Follows and guides Mentees over 20 weeks and assists with certification/Conducts 2-3, 8 or 10 week Mind Body Skills groups throughout the year.
- Provide comprehensive, empowering, and professional Whole Health Coaching under 4 PACT teams of approximately 4,000 patients, so veterans remain motivated to attain personal health and wellness goals.
- Support implementation of patients health plan to assist with nutritional wellness, weight loss and exercise program.
- Coaching using motivational interviewing techniques to improve overall health of veterans, as well as assist with stress, anxiety, PTSD and pain management. Assist clients in finding new ways to inspire healthier habits.
- Record health data by asking clients to complete self-assessments regarding pain, blood pressure, blood sugar and weight.
- Documents care, coaching and integrates Mind Body skills into Coaching. Observes changes in patient's condition, readiness for change and PHP.
- Maintains flexibility of work schedule to accommodate needs of patients, facility and WH programs/Outreach.
- Participates in interdisciplinary process with Pact team, MH, Social Work, Pharmacy and Nutrition to meet needs of veterans. Places additional consults/referrals as needed.
- Assisted with development of Whole Health CPRS templates and notes for VISN 8.
- Instructor for 1-2 hour stress management and Introduction to Whole Health class to RNTTP Residents/CCNIP biannually.
- Transgendered Treatment Team member and coaching individuals being followed under Specialty clinic.
- Overseas Complimentary Integrative Health to include Yoga, Tai Chi, Qigong and Guided Meditation classes.
- Co-Organized Whole Health Nurses Week 2020
- Performance Improvement Team 2017-2020
- Preceptor to new Whole Health Coaches
- Flu Champion 2015-2020
- Covid19 Vaccination clinic 2021
PACT PRIMARY CARE LPN
Orlando VA Healthcare System
04.2014 - 04.2019
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations of Veterans.
- Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications.
- Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Performed triage on incoming walk-in patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses. Referring to RN/MD for further evaluation and treatment.
- Helped coordinate, set up and run the Primary Care Joint Injection Clinic for Lake Nona. Managed clinic once weekly seeing approx 40 patients per month while still carrying full Pact team workload.
- Worked with Botox provider who had dual roles seeing both Pact team patients as well as Botox clinic once weekly. Set up and monitored Botox medication closely for patient safety.
- Educated patients on wholistic practices to assist with pain management, stress management and overall health and well-being.
- Assisted with Care Coordination and followed Post Hospital patients closely.
- Managed 2 Pact teams for 6 months without RN.
LPN
CFRC/Jay Kay Staffing
11.2011 - 04.2012
- Medication pass for 60-100 inmates daily.
- Stabilized prisoners suffering from falls, stab wounds or other injuries prior to hospital transfer.
- Created and implemented care plans for prisoners suffering from chronic conditions, intake of 125-150 new inmates daily.
- Worked Infirmary, Transfer and Receiving, Lab, Med Room, Treatment area and Specialty clinic.
Education
William Rainey Harper College
Palatine, ILCollege Of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, ILLPN - Nursing
Academy Of Health Sciences
San Antonio, TXThe Mind-Body Medicine Professional Certification - Mind-Body Medicine
The Center For Mind-Body Medicine
Washington D.C.08.2020
VA Whole Health Coaching Certification - Health Coaching
National Board Of Health And Wellness Coaching
San Diego, CA04.2019
Skills
- CMBM V8 Mentor/Facilitator
- Group And Individual Coaching
- Leadership
- Care Coordination
- Motivational Interviewing
- Process Improvement
- Preceptor
- Program support
- Critical Thinking
- VA Community outreach
- Excellent work ethic
Memberships
American College of Lifestyle Medicine
NBHWC
Timeline
LPN, NBC-HWC
Orlando VA Healthcare System
04.2019 - Current
PACT PRIMARY CARE LPN
Orlando VA Healthcare System
04.2014 - 04.2019
LPN
CFRC/Jay Kay Staffing
11.2011 - 04.2012
William Rainey Harper College
College Of DuPage
LPN - Nursing
Academy Of Health Sciences
The Mind-Body Medicine Professional Certification - Mind-Body Medicine
The Center For Mind-Body Medicine
VA Whole Health Coaching Certification - Health Coaching
National Board Of Health And Wellness Coaching
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